About this Event
A 2-day ASIST training at the VFW Post 2780 Canteen, 3400 Veterans Dr, Traverse City, MI 49684.
Date/Time: April 1st-2nd, 2026, 8:15-4:30, with BOTH FULL DAYS REQUIRED. **If there times you know you won't be able to give your full attention (scheduled meetings, appointments, etc) perhaps you'll need to look for a later course.
There is a $50 deposit (plus fees) REQUIRED to save your seat. **A full refund (minus processing fees) will be processed only after attending both full days of training... unless you prefer to pay-it-forward. Though this training is valued at $250, it's supplemented by the following sponsors: Kiersten's Ride, VFW Post #2780 and Northern Michigan Opioid Response Consortium.
ASIST teaches participants to recognize when someone may be at risk of suicide and work with them to create a plan that will support their immediate safety.
Although ASIST is widely used by healthcare providers, participants don’t need any formal training to attend the workshop—ASIST can be learned and used by anyone.
In the course of the two-day workshop, ASIST participants learn to:
• Understand the ways personal and societal attitudes affect views on suicide and interventions
• Provide guidance and suicide first-aid to a person at risk in ways that meet their individual safety needs
• Identify the key elements of an effective suicide safety plan and the actions required to implement it
• Appreciate the value of improving and integrating suicide prevention resources in the community at large
• Recognize other important aspects of suicide prevention including life-promotion and self-care
All materials and meals will be provided. IF you have specific dietary requirements, please bring your own meals and snacks.
Dress in layers to allow for comfort!
*This training is for anyone 16 years old or older. However, for attendees 16-17 years old, we will ensure a parent/guardian is aware of participation.
**This course is approved by the NASW Michigan Social Work Continuing Education Collaborative Course approval for 13.5 hours. NOTE: SW CEs are also applicable for those needing Michigan Certification Board for Addiction Professionals (MCBAPs).
***This course is also approved by the Michigan Department of Education for 12.5 hours of State Continuing Education Clock Hours (SCECHs).
**** This course is approved by MDHHS Peer Support for 13.5 hours of Continuing Education credits.
Other CEUs can be earned thru https://www.ceunits.com/livingworks/. The cost for the CEUs is $5 per credit hour, but you will not be charged until you pass the exam and download your certificate.
***Cancellation Policy:
If Kiersten's Ride doesn't have the minimum number of participants signed up 7 days prior to the training, those registered will have the option of being transferred into a future training or receive a full refund.
If cancellation is received by Kiersten's Ride via email more than 7 days prior to the start date of the training; the course fee will be refunded, minus processing fee.
If cancellation is received by Kiersten's Ride via email within 7 days of the start date of the training NO REFUND will be issued, HOWEVER, credit will be given to be used towards a future course.
NO SHOWS on Day 1 of the training without notification will not receive a refund nor credit towards another training.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
VFW Post 2780 Canteen, 3400 Veterans Drive, Traverse City, United States
USD 55.20
